FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does the Troop meet and how often? Are there attendance requirements?

Troop 22 meetings are generally held in the Unionville Elementary School Gymnasium every other Monday, from 7pm-8:30pm. Attendance is never a requirement, but you will only get out what you put in, so we encourage attendance for your Scout’s benefit and advancement in the Troop.

How many boys are currently in the Troop? Are you actively recruiting Webelos?

The Troop currently has about 31 Scouts. Our Troop structure is ideal for adding new Webelos. We generally have a new scout patrol start around every March. The patrol has a troop guide, an older scout as an initial patrol leader, and a new scout assistant scoutmaster. The troop provides ample opportunity for new scouts to achieve Second Class within 12 months.

What are the financial obligations - registration, dues, other? Fundraisers?

There are annual Troop dues and additional expenses for outings. Scouts have the opportunity to off-set expenses by participating in various fund-raising activities throughout the year. Please contact the Recruiter for the amountt due for the troop dues as well as for scouts trips

Each new scout that pays the registration fee will receive a Boy Scout Handbook, a subscription to Boy's Life magazine, Class B Troop 22 T-shirt, and a Neckerchief, and Neckerchief slide.

What is a Scout Account?

Each Scout may open and maintain an account with the Troop Treasurer to deposit funds for use towards camp fees, camping equipment or other scout related expenses. Funds earned from Troop fundraisers will be deposited into the Scout’s account in proportion to his participation and responsibility. To check the balances for your scout, contact the Troop Treasurer.

How many boys have earned Eagle Scout rank? What is the success rate of boys initially joining to earning Eagle Scout?

Since our inception in 1924, there have been more than 175 scouts who have earned their Eagle rank. Our goal is to support each and every Scout in realizing their full potential. Scouting is for life, and our primary objective is to raise young men of great character.

Can you tell us about your programs? What camp-outs/outings do you do? Summer Camp? On the whole, what kind of activities are emphasized?

Traditionally, our Troop goes on monthly outings, camp-outs, hikes, or backpacking trips. We attend a week-long Summer Camp each year. We also provide family camp-outs where everyone can get to know each other better. What makes our Troop stand out, is our commitment to serve others.

What is the youth to adult leadership ratio?

Currently, we have a Scoutmaster, and about 6 Assistant Scoutmasters, and several Adult Committee members. We believe that the boys should lead their Troop! This does require the help and facilitation of the adult leadership. However, the scouts need guidance and support. We encourage as much parent involvement and leadership as possible.

How active are the parents of the Troop? What are the expectations/requirements of new parents? Are there more men or women leaders or a combination of both?

Parents are always welcomed and encouraged to participate. Ideally, the guidance of the Troop should be by all the parents.... more hands make light work. Every parent has been equipped and gifted with specific talents. We embrace those unique qualities and encourage the parents to share those gifts and serve the Scouts accordingly. This may come in the form of direct instruction (Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmasters), training/education (Merit Badge Counselors), leadership (Committee membership), and general assistance (everything else!). We have about an even split of men and women leaders.

How active is the Troop?

As you can see from our website, we are active and will continue to be that way. This will always include a variety of trips, outings, and backpacking along with community services..

Tell us about your advancement program.

Troop 22 offers a variety of education, skill building, advancement, and leadership opportunities year round. We offer a lot of support to incoming Webelos and their families to help pave the path of taking the incoming class of scouts to first class within 18 months. The advancement program for the older ranks depends strongly on the individual scout. The troop will support the efforts of the scouts and we have a Advancement Coordinator to help with the earning the Eagle rank.

Is the Troop youth-run or adult-run?

Troop 22 is youth led! The adult role is to provide the support and advice needed to make the scouts' program successful.

How active is the Troop at District and Council events? Roundtable?

Troop 22 attends Camporees (District). Various adult leaders attend monthly Roundtables for many training opportunities as well as provide a plethora of information to be used by Committees and Scouts.

When could we visit a Troop meeting?

We would love for you to come as soon as possible! Please refer to our calendar for specific details and contact our Recruiter to confirm availability.

Board of Review (BOR):

What is a BOR?

A periodic review of the progress of a Scout is vital in the evaluation of the effectiveness of the Scouting program in the unit. The unit committee can judge how well the Scout being reviewed is benefiting from the program. The unit leader can measure the effectiveness of his or her leadership. The Scout can sense that he is, or is not, advancing properly and can be encouraged to make the most of his Scouting experience.

Not only is it important to review those Scouts who have learned and been tested for a rank, but also to review those Scouts who have shown no progress in their advancement over the past few months.

The Board of Review is not a retesting of requirements - the Scout has already been tested on the skills and activities required for the rank. However, the chairman of the Board of Review should ensure that all the requirements have been signed off in the Scout's handbook. Additionally, the chairman should ensure that leadership and merit badge records are consistent with the requirements for the rank.

The Board of Review is a time to determine the Scout's attitudes, accomplishments, and acceptance of Scouting Ideals. Scout Spirit is defined as living the Scout Oath and Scout Law in a Scout's everyday life. The board should make sure that good standards have been met in all phases of the Scout's life. A discussion of the Scout Oath and Scout Law is in keeping with the purpose of the review, to make sure that the candidate recognizes and understands the value of Scouting in his home, unit, school, and community.

What does a Boy Scout need to do to prepare for a BOR?

· Complete the necessary requirements for the rank and have them signed off.

· Complete a Scoutmaster conference

· Look through your rank requirements to review what you did to complete them. Also make sure you remember your Scout Oath, Scout Law, Outdoor Code, Scout Salute, Scout Motto, Scout Slogan.

When do the BORs happen?

They will happen ‘as needed’ when boys complete their rank requirements. We typically conduct them at the same time and place as the troop meetings.

What should a Boy Scout wear to the BOR?

The scout is required to wear complete Class A Uniform. This is the khaki shirt with all patches indicated by the Boy Scout Handbook, neckerchief and slide, Boy Scout pants & belt, Boy Scout socks. No sash is needed until the Star rank. He must also bring his scout book with him!

Camping:

What is the Gas Re-reimbursement policy?

• Driver who take at least one extra scout (other than his/her own scout(s) or pull the trailer with equipment can qualify.
• Reimbursements are based on a parent spending the weekend at the site.
• The camping coordinator will minimize the number of vehicles for the trip. If your vehicle is not chosen as a vehicle for the trip and you decide to take your vehicle out of personal preference anyway, you will not be reimbursed for gas.
• If you choose to not be reimbursed for gas, you can write it off on your taxes as a charitable contribution at $.14 per mile.